Initiatives to protect the seas. [EPA activities in negotiations, conventions, etc]

Journal Article · Sun Mar 01 04:00:00 EST 1981 · EPA J.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6794586

Sielen, A

Participation by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in a worldwide movement to protect the marine environment includes several international initiatives, the most extensive being in the area of dumping wastes at sea. The agency is involved in the London Dumping Convention's system of permit requirements and criteria for dumping hazardous materials. Other initiatives have addressed vessel safety and pollution prevention. Many of the provisions of existing treaties will be incorporated under the umbrella of the Law of the Sea Treaty, which develops a legal framework for international cooperation. Antarctica and the Southern Ocean are emerging as new areas for environmental concern. (DCK)

• Research Organization: EPA, Office of International Activities, Washington, DC
• OSTI ID: 6794586
• Journal Information: EPA J.; (United States), Journal Name: EPA J.; (United States) Vol. 7:3; ISSN EPAJD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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